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Summary

One of a row of four, probably 17th century cottages. May originally formed the kitchen end of a large house.

Location

Protected Status

• Listed Building (II) 1104682: ELM COTTAGE

Other References/Statuses

• Old DCC SMR Ref: SX39NE/52/1
• Old Listed Building Ref (II): 90666

Monument Type(s) and Dates

• COTTAGE NON SPECIFIC (XVII - 1601 AD to 1700 AD (Between))

Full description

Department of Environment, 1986, Clawton, 8 (List of Blds of Arch or Historic Interest). SDV10457.

Elm Cottage.
Small cottage. Probably 17th century origins. Whitewashed rendered cob on stone rubble footings, corrugated iron roof over thatch gabled at right end, right gable end projecting stack with bread oven.
The cottage may originally have been the kitchen end of a large 17th century house which was divided into a row of 4 cottages, probably in the 18th century. Alternatively, it may have been 1 of a row of 4 17th century single-cell cottages. 1-room cottage with a service room in a rear lean-to.
Two storeys. 1-window asymmetrical front with front door to the left and 2 19th century 3-light casements, 6 panes per light, all windows have external shutters.
Interior Open fireplace to hall with cloam oven. Roofspace not inspected but may be of interest.
One of a row of 4 cottages facing the main road through Clawston, Elm Cottage has an exterior little altered since the 19th century. Other details: LBS no 90666.

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